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Free Movie Screening @ The Lincoln Theater: Shrek
Free Movie Screening @ The Lincoln Theater: Shrek
For All Ages Join us for a free showing of Shrek at The Lincoln Theater! Sunday, Jun. 25 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm The Lincoln Theater
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Summer Reading 2023
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Monday Movies: Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring (PG-13)
Monday Movies: Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring (PG-13)
For Adults & Teens Celebrate this year’s themes of friendship and community with monthly showings of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Join Skidompha Library on the last Monday of each month for the next…
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Big Screen Gaming
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
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Nature Walk: Coastal Rivers’ La Verna Preserve
Nature Walk: Coastal Rivers’ La Verna Preserve
For All Ages (Participants under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult) 12-Person Limit Maine Master Naturalist, Heather Hardy, will lead a hike through Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust’s beautiful La Verna Preserve…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
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Skidompha Summer Book Group: A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers
Skidompha Summer Book Group: A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers
For Adults Join Skidompha librarians for a relaxed discussion of Becky Chambers’s book A Psalm for the Wild Built. Discussion will occur on Zoom, so please register by calling, visiting, or emailing the library. A…
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Support our Pollinators Presentation and Craft
Support our Pollinators Presentation and Craft
For Children Learn about our local pollinators like bees, bats, hummingbirds, and more. These important critters help pollinate our orchards, backyard gardens, and our rain forests. How can we help support these important animals with…
Beach Chair Book Group
Beach Chair Book Group
For Teens Come relax and chat about books with us. This low-key drop-in event gives us an excuse to sit in beach chairs, sip lemonade, and casually talk about what we’ve been reading. We’ll have…
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Game Day: Scavenger Hunt
For All Ages Grab some teammates and stop by Skidompha Library for a scavenger hunt sheet! Complete all of the challenges to be entered into a raffle for some fun summer prizes! Friday, Jun. 30…
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Theater: Creating and Performing an Original Piece
Theater: Creating and Performing an Original Piece
For Kids & Teens (ages 10 and up) Join Teralyn Reiter of Storytree Theater as she guides participants to create an original performance piece. With the library as both a backdrop and a source of…
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Big Screen Gaming
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
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Tech Time: Taking Pictures with your Phone
Tech Time: Taking Pictures with your Phone
For Adults Join this beginner-level class to learn about how to take pictures with your iPhone or Android! Snacks will be provided. Wednesday, Jul. 5 | 10:00am – 12:00pm Skidompha Library | Porter Meeting Hall…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
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Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
For Kids & Teens (ages 11 – 18) Do you enjoy comics? Are you interested in mythology? If you answered yes to either (or both) of these questions, then this is the workshop for you!…
Beach Chair Book Group
Beach Chair Book Group
For Teens Come relax and chat about books with us. This low-key drop-in event gives us an excuse to sit in beach chairs, sip lemonade, and casually talk about what we’ve been reading. We’ll have…
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July Sketchbook Challenge Draw-In
July Sketchbook Challenge Draw-In
For All Ages Start off the July Sketchbook Challenge right by dropping by the library for a draw-in! Pick up your drawing supplies and hang out with other artists as you tackle the first drawing…
1 event,
Theater: Creating and Performing an Original Piece
Theater: Creating and Performing an Original Piece
For Kids & Teens (ages 10 and up) Join Teralyn Reiter of Storytree Theater as she guides participants to create an original performance piece. With the library as both a backdrop and a source of…
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Felting Basics
Felting Basics
For Adults Have you ever wanted to learn how to felt? Join Skidompha Library for a fun afternoon learning the basics of this awesome art form! All supplies will be provided but space is limited….
Big Screen Gaming
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
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Jewelry Making
Jewelry Making
For Children Using sea glass and wire, we’ll create wearable jewelry for each participant to keep. All necessary materials will be provided. Wednesday, Jul.12| 1:00pm – 3:00pm |Ages 8–12 Skidompha Library | Porter Meeting Hall…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
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Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
For Kids & Teens (ages 11 – 18) Do you enjoy comics? Are you interested in mythology? If you answered yes to either (or both) of these questions, then this is the workshop for you!…
Beach Chair Book Group
Beach Chair Book Group
For Teens Come relax and chat about books with us. This low-key drop-in event gives us an excuse to sit in beach chairs, sip lemonade, and casually talk about what we’ve been reading. We’ll have…
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Owls of Maine with Chewonki
Owls of Maine with Chewonki
For All Ages Come learn about – and even meet! – the many incredible owls that live in Maine. Saturday, Jul. 15 | 10:30am – 11:30am Skidompha Library | Porter Meeting Hall This is…
Theater: Creating and Performing an Original Piece
Theater: Creating and Performing an Original Piece
For Kids & Teens (ages 10 and up) Join Teralyn Reiter of Storytree Theater as she guides participants to create an original performance piece. With the library as both a backdrop and a source of…
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Craft Your Own Botanical Bath Salts
Craft Your Own Botanical Bath Salts
For Children This fun and interactive craft is perfect for our youngest library users and their adults. We’ll use natural ingredients to create a botanical creation for your next tub time. All materials will be…
Big Screen Gaming
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
2 events,
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Jewelry Making
Jewelry Making
For Teens Learn how to turn natural pieces of sea glass into wearable art by wrapping them in wire and adding your own creative touches in the process. Hand combed sea glass, a free book,…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
2 events,
Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
For Kids & Teens (ages 11 – 18) Do you enjoy comics? Are you interested in mythology? If you answered yes to either (or both) of these questions, then this is the workshop for you!…
Beach Chair Book Group
Beach Chair Book Group
For Teens Come relax and chat about books with us. This low-key drop-in event gives us an excuse to sit in beach chairs, sip lemonade, and casually talk about what we’ve been reading. We’ll have…
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All Ages Book Club: The Tea Dragon Festival by Kay O’Neill
All Ages Book Club: The Tea Dragon Festival by Kay O’Neill
For All Ages Readers of all ages are invited to join Skidompha Librarians for a fun celebration of The Tea Dragon Festival by Kay O’Neill. First, we’ll talk about our favorite parts of the book…
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Nature Walk: Bristol Recreational Trail
Nature Walk: Bristol Recreational Trail
For All Ages (Participants under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult) 12-Person Limit Maine Master Naturalist, Heather Hardy, will lead a hike down the Bristol Recreational Trail and discuss local ecology,…
Big Screen Gaming
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
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Paper Quilling
Paper Quilling
For Children Come learn the beautiful craft of paper quilling. Get as creative or fancy as you desire. All necessary materials will be provided. Wednesday, Jul. 26 | 10:30am – 11:30am | Ages 9 and…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
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Skidompha Summer Book Group: The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
Skidompha Summer Book Group: The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
For Adults Join Skidompha librarians for a relaxed discussion of Cherie Dimaline’s book The Marrow Thieves. Discussion will occur on Zoom, so please register by calling, visiting, or emailing the library. A number of free…
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Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
Making Myths: 4-Week Comic Book Workshop for Teens
For Kids & Teens (ages 11 – 18) Do you enjoy comics? Are you interested in mythology? If you answered yes to either (or both) of these questions, then this is the workshop for you!…
Beach Chair Book Group
Beach Chair Book Group
For Teens Come relax and chat about books with us. This low-key drop-in event gives us an excuse to sit in beach chairs, sip lemonade, and casually talk about what we’ve been reading. We’ll have…
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Game Day: Giant Clue
Game Day: Giant Clue
For All Ages Join Skidompha Library for a life sized version of the classic game, Clue! Solve this classic game of whodunit to be entered into a raffle for some fun summer prizes! Friday, Jul….
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Free Movie Screening @ The Lincoln Theater: How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
Free Movie Screening @ The Lincoln Theater: How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
For All Ages Join us for a free showing of How to Train Your Dragon at The Lincoln Theater! Sunday, Jul. 30 | 2:00pm – 3:45pm The Lincoln Theater
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Monday Movies: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (PG-13)
Monday Movies: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (PG-13)
For Adults & Teens Celebrate this year’s themes of friendship and community with monthly showings of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Join Skidompha Library on the last Monday of each month for the next…
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Tea Time @ The Carpenter’s Boat Shop
Tea Time @ The Carpenter’s Boat Shop
For All Ages Come share a relaxing cup of tea with Skidompha librarians and the incredible people who run the Carpenter’s Boat Shop as we learn all about the amazing projects happening at this important…
Big Screen Gaming
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
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Tech Time: PowerPoint Party
Tech Time: PowerPoint Party
For Adults Come learn the basics of PowerPoint and leave ready to create your own beautiful slideshows! Snacks will be provided. Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 10:00am – 12:00pm Skidompha Library | Porter Meeting Hall |…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
1 event,
Beach Chair Book Group
Beach Chair Book Group
For Teens Come relax and chat about books with us. This low-key drop-in event gives us an excuse to sit in beach chairs, sip lemonade, and casually talk about what we’ve been reading. We’ll have…
1 event,
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August Sketchbook Challenge Draw-In
August Sketchbook Challenge Draw-In
For All Ages Start off the July Sketchbook Challenge right by dropping by the library for a draw-in! Pick up your drawing supplies and hang out with other artists as you tackle the first drawing…